Erika Curcio BSN, RN, CCRN
Webster,NY
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse IV, Cardiac ICU
Rochester General Hospital
Rochester, NY
08.2022 - Current
- CHARGE NURSE & NURSE PRECEPTOR
- Daily care for high acuity critically ill patients in cardiogenic shock that require placement, management & weaning of mechanical circulatory devices (MCS) including:
- Intra-aortic Balloon Pump (IABP)
- Left Ventricular Assist Devices (LVAD): HeartMate III & Impella
- Titration of multiple vasoactive, inotropic & anti-arrhythmic drips to optimize cardiac performance and systemic perfusion
- Assistance in bedside placement & independent management of advanced hemodynamic monitoring including arterial lines and pulmonary artery catheters
- Management of decompensated heart failure patients requiring bedside intubation, mechanical ventilatory support, continuous sedation & paralysis and interpretation of arterial blood gases
Patient Care Tech, Medical ICU Step Down
Rochester General Hospital
Rochester, NY
06.2019 - 08.2022
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team promptly.
- Assisted in training new Patient Care Technicians, sharing knowledge and best practices to ensure consistency in care delivery.
- Performed blood draws, EKGs, and other diagnostic tests accurately and efficiently for prompt analysis by healthcare professionals.
Anatomy & Physiology Teacher's Assistant
Roberts Wesleyan College
Rochester, NY
08.2019 - 05.2020
- Developed strong relationships with students and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Fostered a positive learning environment that encouraged student curiosity and critical thinking.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Roberts Wesleyan College
Rochester, NY05-2022
Affiliations
- 8/2022 American Association of Critical Care Nurses (AACN) Member
- 9/2024 American Association of Nurse Anesthesiology (AANA) Member
- 2/2026 Audit Champion
Certification
- 3/2025 Critical Care Registered Nurse
- 3/2025 Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- 12/2025 Resuscitation Quality Improvement Basic Life Support
- 2/2025 Advanced Cardiac Life Support and MegaCode
Timeline
Registered Nurse IV, Cardiac ICU
Rochester General Hospital
08.2022 - Current
Anatomy & Physiology Teacher's Assistant
Roberts Wesleyan College
08.2019 - 05.2020
Patient Care Tech, Medical ICU Step Down
Rochester General Hospital
06.2019 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Roberts Wesleyan College
ANESTHESIA RELATED EXPERIENCES
- 9/2025 NYS AANA Fall Meeting in Riverhead, NY: Difficult Airway Workshop
- 8/2020 – 5/2022 Undergraduate Academic and Leadership Research Honors Program
- Independent Study: Role of the Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist
- 12-hour shadow experience at UPMC Hamot, Erie, PA with Krista Glaser, CRNA
- 7/2022 Student presenter at the Nurse Educators Conference in the Rockies
- Understanding Experiences of Burnout and Promoting Resilience
LEADERSHIP
- Member of Nursing Professional Practice Council
- Vice President of Unit Council in Cardiac Intensive Care Unit at Rochester General Hospital
- Inpatient Care Plans Superuser
- Clinical ladder level IV RN